In addition to sleeper car modernization, ZSSK intends to upgrade its couchette cars to provide a similar level of comfort and convenience for travelers.
The project is approximately 85% complete.
The publicly owned company seeks to modernize its operations across the north of England, replacing older units and aligning with evolving technological and environmental standards.
Passenger numbers on the reopened Northumberland Line have exceeded 50,000 during the first month of service.
The project is valued at €122.4 million, with funding sourced from the European Union's Recovery and Resilience Plan and the Operational Programme Slovakia.
This agreement outlines the responsibilities of both entities in the procurement, operation, and management of railway vehicles for the region of Schleswig-Holstein, between Hamburg and Denmark.
The group is preparing an order for 12 high-speed trains, worth an estimated €595 million, as part of its effort to introduce competition on services between London and mainland Europe.
The Stockholm suburban railway, Roslagsbanan, will extend its network from the current terminus at Stockholm Östra to T-Centralen, the city’s central transportation hub.
The Czech national carrier has unveiled its plans for this year, which will see the introduction of more long-distance ComfortJet trains, as well as the first Vectron locomotives capable of speeds of up to 230 km/h (150 mph).
DB is continuing its efforts to increase the number of commuters using the railways by offering cheap tickets. For the first time, the offer will also be available on off-peak weekdays.
The Milan–Paris route's reinstatement is expected to play a role in restoring connections disrupted by the tunnel's closure.
The first high-capacity train manufactured by Alstom in Barcelona for the Rodalies network has entered the testing phase, with certification expected to conclude this year.
Ottawa’s O-Train Lines 2 and 4 begin phased service rollout with weekday operations.
České dráhy anticipates that additional battery-equipped variants are planned for the coming years, opening further options for regional services.
The initiative aligns with the broader 2025–2029 strategic plan of the FS Italiane Group for modernization of regional train services across Italy.
Growth in demand and various efficiency measures contributed to this outcome in both commercial and public service activities.
A recent analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E) has evaluated 27 European rail operators across eight service criteria, including ticket pricing, reliability, and onboard amenities.
This effort, carried out under the oversight of the Ministry of Infrastructure, aims to establish a comprehensive, long-term plan for Poland’s railway network through a regulation by the Council of Ministers.
After final testing, the upgraded train will be handed over, allowing its operator to decide the start of revenue service.
Passengers traveling between Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius will have a new rail option starting January 6, 2025, with two transfers.